ATTENTION ALL USU MEMBERS
During this current Covid-19 lockdown the USU is continuing to operate on your behalf.
We understand that some of our members may be feeling concerned about their workplace rights in lockdown and with the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic.
Should you have any need for assistance, speak to your delegate in the first instance and, if required, your USU Organiser. (https://usu.org.au/contact-us/)
Our Support Team can be reached on 1300 136 604.
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The decision to outsource public toilet cleaners will free up $400,000 in council's budget according to Shoalhaven Mayor, Amanda Findley. But the work should be carried out by council workers, according to unionists, who fear the decision may lead to outsourcing...
The USU condemns council’s proposal from Operations Director Paul Keech to contract out the Public Amenities cleaning at Shoalhaven City Council. This undermines secure work at this council and well paying jobs in the Nowra Community. If this motion is supported it...
In Tuesday night’s council meeting the independent councillors of Shellharbour City Council supported two motions that attack the work our members do and another that proposes to look to contract services out. The motion to review the waste services is nothing more...
As Australia continues to open up our borders, workplaces, meeting places and social opportunities it is important that people feel confident and safe. The Workers Health Centre has partnered with the Centre for Population Health to assist in promoting the health and...
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The TransGrid Enterprise Agreement 2020 was yesterday certified by the Fair Work Commission. This is a terrific outcome given the frustrations that were associated with the negotiations and it is a decision your union welcomes. To recap the headline achievements...
The decision to outsource public toilet cleaners will free up $400,000 in council's budget according to Shoalhaven Mayor, Amanda Findley. But the work should be carried out by council workers, according to unionists, who fear the decision may lead to outsourcing...
Your USU/ASU representatives met with Qantas to get an update on the new kiosks that are to be rolled out in Airports over the coming months. While it has long been known that the current kiosks are at the end of life, it appears from initial discussions that the new...
This update informs you of your Award rights if you are prevented from attending work due to the recent floods. The clause in the 2020 NSW Local Government State Award is Clause 12 PAYMENT OF EMPLOYEES. (v) An employee’s ordinary pay shall not be reduced when the...
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